The best restaurants in South East

09/08/2020: today my family and I came for a meal at lunchtime, the staff were wonderful and very helpful finding a highchair for my grandson before we had even sat down. The food was outstanding and quick despite how busy they were, we were made to feel special. We will definitely be back. Thank you

09/08/2020: Beautiful location and restaurant, great service, great food. What’s not to love? We visited on one of the hottest days of the year and fortunately had booked a table inside where the good ventilation and shade meant it was much cooler than outside. The food was great, the service great and the view of the river is fab. Really lovely meal out, I’d definitely recommend it.

31/07/2020: We went for a burger ended up having wings burger and beers, teddy recommended the pbbj so i had it with chicken and it was banging!!!!

24/07/2020: Myself and partner enjoyed a fantastic feast of a meal tonight. The staff were extremely helpful and welcoming. Our waiter Tommy was fantastic and attentive and really looked after us. Worth every penny and didn't break the bank.

29/07/2020: Consistently good food. We go often and have introduced piccolo mondo to lots of friends. If you like small, cosy, friendly with great food then Piccolo Mondo is the one for you. I recommend Spaghetti gamberetti, cannelloni, tagliatelle gioconda etc etc!

26/07/2020: Went for the first time after reading other reviews, and I can honestly say it was amazing!, the food was delicious and served piping hot, the service was impeccable, and we had a lovely time.We had brushetta to start and my wife had lasagne and I had the calzone, both were very tasty. We will definitely recommend, five star plus

27/07/2020: Varied and authentic menu. Portions generous and food delicious. Great friendly service and price very reasonable three course lunch and wine/ drinks for 4 came to just over £100 which was good value given the quality. A real treat and a great place to catch up after lockdown.

27/07/2020: Came for my friends 21st birthday and had the loveliest evening. We had the carbonara, baked avocado salad and the parma ham pasta, all dishes were amazing!! Service was great and food was great. Can’t wait to return

18/07/2020: For our anniversary we decided to get a delivery and enjoy this gorgeous food in the garden. It was absolutely perfect. The set menu is fantastic and gives such an array of food it was delicious from the start to the syrupy baklava at the end. Delicious and highly recommended

14/07/2020: Our second foray out since lockdown. Capadocia is an absolute godsend. Safety precautions followed with name/number log, sanitiser, etc. Mario treated us like royalty; the food was tremendous. Sea bass, salmon, mussels and prawns to die for with wonderful tasty accompaniments. Haven’t been here since October last year due to lockdown, but will be back very soon.

08/08/2020: Went for a post-lockdown meal. The garden has had a revamp so tables are all well distanced. The food & drink was exceptional and very good value & the staff were all very safe bit also welcoming and hospitable. I had pork with sorbets to follow and couldn't have enjoyed it moreWould highly recommend the White Hart for a great meal with no safety concerns

06/08/2020: We went for an outside, celebratory meal today at the White Hart. They have thought very carefully about how diners can feel safe and enjoy their fantastic food. They have a lovely outside area with some covered 'pod' areas and all the tables well separated. They also have hand sanitisers, check in procedures, and the staff wear face masks at all times. We have been shielding and felt a little apprehensive about dining out, however the White Hart were as welcoming and helpful as ever. You need to book in advance for an outside table, and it is well worth the experience. We have dined here for many years and have always had exceptional food and fantastic service. Would Highly Recommend

31/07/2020: Staying in the area and looking for somewhere that caters for a veggie, a vegan, a fussy eater and two regular humans! The reviews led us here and we were not disappointed. Absolutely delicious burgers all round and great service. The spicy lamb burger with a bhajee in it was amazing - almost made me wish I’d ordered from the Indian side of the menu to experience even more of the gorgeous flavours - the crispy chicken burger was huuuuge and delicious, the vegan sandwich and halloumi burger were apparently really tasty too. Happy diners all round. The only slight negative was the All Peperoni pizza, which was pretty good, but only had one piece of peperoni per slice! Otherwise a perfect meal and fed 5 of us for under £70 with a soft drink each, so good value too. Just wish we were staying longer so that we could come back and try some other things.

29/07/2020: in my personal opinion, i think the staff were exceptionally friendly and authentic. the food was freshly made and had generous portions. 9/10

11/08/2020: Lovely fresh food falafels, chicken skewers and toffee bomb , friendly waiting staff- would recommend

08/08/2020: Always excellent. Great service with lovely food and super team. Regular customer, and having tried all the local similar restaurants this is the best in a very competitive market.

28/07/2020: first time in Tudor Rose, amazing fish and chips and all round service. Good selections of lagers and gins. Would definitely recommend.

26/07/2020: Visited a week or so ago while in the area. Staff were attentive and the beer garden really spacious and nice. We only had drinks and not food

20/07/2020: Third time at the Woodspeen and it’s cemented it’s place as our favourite restaurant to go to for special occasions. This (and the last time) was lunch on a Sunday with our two young kids (4 and 6). The restaurant was atypically quiet at first but got busier around 2pm. For those concerned about COVID-19, tables are well spaced, there’s hand sanitizer on entry, staff are wearing face masks and there is a preference for using their online menus (via QOR code if you want). Yes, there is a slightly sterile feel and awkwardness because of the social distancing but not enough that it ruins the occasion. The food as always was delicious and reasonably proportioned. The kids had Sunday roasts and their portions were more than enough for them. Nice finishing touch was delivery of a small birthday dessert with candle.We’ll go back and would recommend.

18/07/2020: Just the most wonderful afternoon fantastic food and impeccable service so great to be back after the covid19 lockdown superb menus, drinks and cleanliness - felt safe and the staff just brilliant. The best afternoon in a very very long time thank you

15/07/2020: We booked in as a treat after being stuck inside for 3 months on lockdown. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. The food is great to incredible. We highly recommend the beef carpaccio and the rib eye which was melt in the mouth.We booked the last slot of the day and although they had ran out of scallops everything we were served tasted fresh and delicious. We felt a bit rushed with having to decide our food but understood it was the end of their day. The gorgeous lounge area is perfect for relaxing with drinks after dinner.

14/07/2020: Great meal at The Jetty as always. The cod and crab was amazing and I had a mocktail as was driving and this was also delicious. The sticky toffee pudding was perfect! If you are anxious post covid I would say be prepared that although the restaurant is spacious no tables have been removed and some diners were definitely less than a metre away from others.

07/08/2020: Once again 10/10 for food and service Really could not fault anything Kids loved the food and was a great tasting menu

05/08/2020: Just got back from my second visit in a week. Loved it so much the first time with friends that we took our (adult) kids back there tonight.The staff - attentive, friendly, discreet when they need to be and a laugh when appropriate. Faultless.The food - lovely little additions of an amuse bouche and a palette cleanser. Every dish is beautifully presented and big on taste - an absolute pleasure. A real treat to have such a wonderful eatery nearby - looking forward to lunch in the garden next!

05/08/2020: absolutely blown away from our visit here, we booked in for early evening meal and from start to finish service was excellent, the young man that looked after use done a great job, no waiting for plates to be cleared and drinks bought over straight away and they where fully booked. the food was tasty and very well presented and cooked, we ordered duck rillette to start,then chicken with chorizo risotto and handmade burger for mains ,then pavlova and cheese cake, all dishes were lovely, we enjoyed them all, i would urge you to give it a try as you wont be disapointed plus the added benefit of the great veiws over looking sandown sea front/beach. we let them know that the desserts were fantastic and was informed that they make everything on the premises, not frozen bought in like most places

04/08/2020: Located on the front in what was the old derelict bandstand this restaurant has great views, good service & great food. We went back a second time

13/07/2020: The Harrow had not long reopened after an extensive refurbishment when Covid struck and I was itching to to visit as someone who drives past regularly and admires the property renovation and large impressive gardens. So lockdown over we visited this weekend (more than once - yes it was that good) for drinks and food and it did not disappoint at any level. Every detail of the Harrow has been meticulously thought out and designed beautifully by the owners. There is a large garden which incorporates a substantial grass area but also a large pergola with several tables under which has twinkly lights, a canvas roof and discreet heaters for cooler evenings as well as a courtyard area which we had brunch on under a large parasol as the sun blazed down. The whole garden area has been planted with beautiful plants and flowers and there is background Ibiza chill music playing through outdoor speakers – I honestly felt like I was on holiday. While the outdoor space is just immaculate the inside of the Harrow is equal with large flagstone floors covered with cowhide rugs and beautiful décor – the toilets are pristine.Over the weekend we had early brunch which was perfectly made (see pictures) and also had Sunday roast which was excellent. The food was of a very high standard and I though good value. It is dog friendly with dog bowls and an outside tap it is also very cycle friendly with ample places to put bikes.The staff are friendly, polite and attentive – the only fault was not being asked on the card reader about giving a tip which I mentioned to the staff and they said they didn’t like doing that as felt presumptious – sadly most people don’t carry cash these days and if ever tips are deserved it is by these guys! I feel like I am gushing about this place but it was genuinely fantastic and such a unique find. I would not hesitate to recommend The Harrow to anyone.

12/07/2020: Before visiting The Harrow, we visited a nearby pub for the first time after lockdown and the service, atmosphere, staff attitude were appalling. We cycled onto The Harrow and had the most lovely afternoon. Beautiful garden, very friendly staff who had face masks and gloves, such a clean place, thoroughly enjoyable afternoon, will definitely return. Well done The Harrow - other pubs could learn a lot from you!

30/07/2020: Had a wonderful lunch again! Great menu, delicious food and the owner Jas is a delight. A little bit off the beaten track but well worth the visit. Great outdoor area. Tacos are fab as is all the food to be honest. Go now!

27/07/2020: We visited The Yew Tree three times whilst visiting friends in Hampshire. The owners, Matt and Jas, were the most attentive hosts supported by a team of staff who satisfied our every need.The menu is filled with delicious options, we ate a fantastic cote de beouf, lunched on carpaccio, king prawns and mozzarella salad and had an amazing Thai inspired salad.We had our 10 month old baby boy with us and nothing was too much trouble. Matt (head chef) even made him a small wood fired cooked pizza and delivered it personally to his table!Jas runs the front of house and seems to have time for everyone, the whole experience was fantastic, the food, the hosts, the location, it was all perfect.If you get chance to visit this gem of a pub then do so, we had the best food and hospitality that we’ve ever experienced.